Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2009 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 238,521 miles on the clock, averaging 21,921 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for EF59 EXP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 238,521 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,935 |
| Average per year | 21,921 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF59 EXP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About EF59 EXP
What car is EF59 EXP?
EF59 EXP is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EF59 EXP?
The last recorded mileage for EF59 EXP was 238,521 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF59 EXP passed its MOT?
EF59 EXP has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2021.
Is EF59 EXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF59 EXP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF59 EXP?
EF59 EXP is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.